Do you thrive on integrating microbial and ecological insights to reveal connections across Earth’s systems and timescales?
Can you inspire our students to explore how life shapes, and is shaped by, the Earth's geosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere?
Are you looking for a collaborative research environment where ecological and microbial perspectives drive ambitious, interdisciplinary teaching and research on Earth system interactions?
The University of Leeds is one of the top 80 universities in the world. We have a truly global community, with more than 39,000 students from 170 different countries and over 9,000 staff of 100 different nationalities. Established in 1904, we have a strong tradition of academic excellence, reflected in first-class student education, along with world-leading research that has a real impact around the globe.
The School of Earth & Environment wants to enhance our capacity in engaging and inspiring teaching, especially in ecology and field learning. We are looking for an innovative researcher who can capitalise on interdisciplinary research opportunities connecting the School’s research in biosphere and Earth systems. The successful applicant will be excited about working in a collaborative environment where collective endeavour and making a difference through our research is more important than individual success.
Please note that this post may be suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route but first-time applicants might need to qualify for salary concessions. For more information please visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. For more information please visit: https://www.gov.uk/global-talent
*Interviews will be held on Wednesday 22nd October 2025*
What we offer in return
• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salary
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
And much more!
If you are looking for a role that will allow you to create a truly unique research pathway, and to share your enthusiasm and knowledge with students, apply today.
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Dr Alex Dunhill, Director: Earth Surface Science Institute]
Email: a.dunhill@leeds.ac.uk